Host Ben Kaplan sits down with Chris Larsen, co-founder of Ripple and San Francisco philanthropist, to discuss the city's challenges and potential solutions. Larsen shares his initiatives, from crime prevention to supporting local businesses and police recruitment. They explore San Francisco's media image, innovation status, and the balance between progressive culture and practical solutions for homelessness and police shortages. The episode emphasizes community involvement and personal contributions, concluding with an optimistic view of the city's potential for reinvention.